The Defenses of Turtles and Armadillos are Likely Designed to _______

Question

The defenses of turtles and armadillos are likely designed to _______:
A) Lower energy available to potential predators
B) Lower handling times of potential predators
C) Increase handling times of potential predators
D) None of these

Accepted Answer

The defenses of turtles and armadillos, such as their hard shells, are likely designed to increase handling times of potential predators, making it more difficult for predators to consume them quickly.